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Hannah Elias
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Hannah Elias (born c. 1865) was an American sex worker and landlord who became one of the richest Black women in the world during her lifetime.
Quotes
“I have read in the newspapers that I have been [blackmailed], and I am frank to say that there must be some truth in a story which is given so much in detail.”
“I have no fear. I have done no wrong, and every one of the poor people I have helped is praying for me in the time of my affliction.”
“I have all my life made white people my friends and never had much to do with my own race.”
External link
Category:Women from the United States
Category:1865 births